Apparatus Direction Adventures
Applying directional movement skills on apparatus with over, under, through, and around challenges
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About This Activity
Applying directional movement skills on apparatus with over, under, through, and around challenges
Quick Info
moderate
16
15m x 12m minimum
Equipment Required
Low gymnastics benches
3-4
Safety Mats
6-8
Tunnels or hoops
2-3
Low boxes or blocks
3-4
Gymnastics Benches
As needed
Tunnels
As needed
Low Boxes
As needed
Suitable For
Year 1
Year 2
Reception
Suitable Sports
Gymnastics
Activity Tags
Space
Indoor
Large Space
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Balance
Body Control
Agility
Coordination
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Fun
Activity Type
Main Game
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Weather
All Weather
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